EVENING Southern Live Oak Wellness Behavioral Health Technician BHT Second Shift

NANA Healthcare Management, LLC; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Live Oak Wellness in Dunwoody, GA, seeks compassionate Behavioral Health Technicians for second shift. Provide direct supervision during afternoon and evening routines, assist with activities, meals, and bedtime prep, and monitor safety throughout shifts.

You will observe client behaviors, document events, and communicate with housing, clinical, and nursing staff while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, healthcare, or direct support preferred.
• Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills.
• A patient, compassionate approach to supporting clients.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Dependable attendance and consistent availability for the agreed-upon schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support during afternoon and evening routines.
• Assist with scheduled activities, meals, and preparation for bedtime.
• Encourage positive interactions and reinforce program expectations.
• Conduct routine safety checks and monitor the client environment.
• Observe and document client behaviors, participation, and significant events.
• Report concerns promptly and collaborate with housing, clinical, and nursing staff.
• Use supportive communication and approved de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and thorough shift handoffs.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Compassion

De-escalation

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – Second Shift

Southern Live Oak Wellness | Dunwoody, GA

Hours: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM

Southern Live Oak Wellness, a NANA Healthcare Management company, is seeking compassionate, dependable Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to support our Dunwoody-area programs. Provide afternoon and evening support that helps clients maintain healthy routines and feel safe, respected, and encouraged throughout their treatment.

Specific workdays, weekend requirements, and employment status vary by opening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support during afternoon and evening routines.

• Assist with scheduled activities, meals, and preparation for bedtime.

• Encourage positive interactions and reinforce program expectations.

• Conduct routine safety checks and monitor the client environment.

• Observe and document client behaviors, participation, and significant events.

• Report concerns promptly and collaborate with housing, clinical, and nursing staff.

• Use supportive communication and approved de-escalation techniques.

• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and thorough shift handoffs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, healthcare, or direct support preferred.

• Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills.

• A patient, compassionate approach to supporting clients.

• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

• Dependable attendance and consistent availability for the agreed-upon schedule.